Yes! Research has found that SBIRT is a very effective method to reducing alcohol and drug use. Several studies found a reduction in alcohol and drug use as a result of a brief intervention.

SBIRT works by identifying risky use through screening. During the brief intervention, you will have a conversation with your healthcare professional about your feelings towards reducing or eliminating use. If you decide that you would like to make a change, your healthcare professional will help you make a plan to make some changes.

Discuss your concerns with your healthcare professional; (s)he will help you to come up with a plan to make changes that help you feel better and lower your risk. Your healthcare professional may also refer you to more specialized treatment.

Yes! In SBIRT, you make the decision whether you would like to make a change or not. Talk with your healthcare professional about options to reduce use.

If you think that you need help, you can visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) treatment finder. You can also contact us; we may be able to refer you to an SBIRT healthcare professional.